John's Auto Care
 

Pre-purchase inspection

A full inspection before you buy a used car.

What is your car doing?

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Bring it in before you sign. We check it top to bottom and give you a written report, so you know what you are buying and what it will cost to keep.

When you may need this service

  • You found a used car you like and have not signed yet
  • The seller says it is in great shape
  • It is a private sale with no warranty
  • You want to know what it will need in the next year

Services available

  • Engine, transmission, brakes, suspension and tires
  • Look for leaks, rust and accident repair
  • Scan for stored codes
  • Road test
  • A written report of what is wrong now and what is coming

How it works at John's.

No surprises. You know what it needs and what it costs before we start.

John's Auto CareService order
  1. 1

    Tell us what is going on

    Request a time here, call, or use our after-hours drop-off.

  2. 2

    We find the cause

    We test before we replace, then show you what we found.

  3. 3

    You say yes first

    The price comes broken down. Nothing gets done without your yes.

Nothing starts without your yes.

A good shop earns your trust.

5.0 155 reviews on Google
Rogelio PimentelGoogle · Oct 2026
Ian is a true professional. He worked on my Subaru, explained the tasks in detail and price was reasonable. It was completed as promised and even provided a loaner for me to use. Highly…
Patrick YoungGoogle · Oct 2026
I was in a huge bind. I had a screw puncture in my tire on my way to work. He dropped what he was doing and fixed it immediately and then refused to charge me. Great guy and the shop is the…
Crystal KinsGoogle · Oct 2026
Amazing service! 100% recommend this place! John is so honest it’s refreshing!
Jacob YorkGoogle · Sep 2026
A+++ Service, honest pricing, and quality work. I thought there was major issues with my car, and after the expert technician examined it, I was informed it was only a sensor issue. The fix…
Robert OliverGoogle · Sep 2026
John's Auto Care is awesome. I was in the middle of a long trip when my truck broke down. I was able to get the truck to the shop and John's team diagnosed the problem. Given the age of the…
Joe MeierGoogle · Sep 2026
Clutch blew in my 1990 f-150. These guys got me back on the road with a brand new clutch in 24 hours! Fair, transparent prices and incredible service!

Questions people ask

What do you check in a pre-purchase inspection?

Engine, transmission, brakes, suspension, tires, leaks, rust and any stored codes, plus a road test. You get a written report with what is wrong now and what it will need soon, so you can negotiate or walk away.

Still have a question?

Call and ask the people who will do the work.

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